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Things to do in Athens, Greece

For me Athens is all about tavernas with live music, hidden bars with smooth cocktails and breakfasts on rooftop terraces. So it’s an absolute feast and take care of your waist 🙂 However, in between the meals, try to enjoy the artistic and adventurous part of your stay there – art galleries, photo tours, syrtaki dance classes, hikes & cable cars. You never imagined that there are so many things to do in Athens Greece!

Sailing holidays

Cruises, boat trips from Piraeus.

Piraeus is the main port of Greece, which means that you can travel from Athens’ port to any of the Greek islands. In my opinion, the most convenient portal for booking and checking out tickets – is DirectFerries.co.uk

and I always say that that’s the best thing to do in Athens for couples – take a boat tour and enjoy the deep blue palette with a glass of champagne in your hand :>

1-day cruise from Athens to Hydra, Poros & Aegina islands – the Saronic island cruise operates all year round, transfer from your hotel, lunch on board included in price – from 109 to 112 EUR/person. Book here

Full or half day private sailing of Saronic Gulf and Athens Riviera. Book here

Cruises from 3 to 7 days from Greek Cruises – departing from Athens and visiting the most fabulous Greek islands and Turkish Kusadasi – check out options here

Easter Cruise from Piraeus to Greek and Turkish islands –3 days, book here

4-day Iconic Aegean Cruise from Piraeus – includes the 3-day itinerary from above and an extra day in Rhodes – book here

7-day Antiquity to Byzantium cruise from Athens sailing around historical Peloponnese and continental Greece – overnight at sea and hotels across the itinerary’s cities, dining, tours can be included – , departures in 2018 in March, April, October & November, check out rates with the provider here

Shore Excursions. Things to do in Piraeus

Tours from Piraeus – shore excursions to Athens (in case you have a while during a cruise stop)

Princess Cruises were concerned about your free time in Piraeus, engaging you into tours which will fit your cruise itinerary, where they tried to cover as much as possible things to do in Athens for a day:

Half- or full-day private shore tours in Athens, can be customized by your request. Book here

Culinary holidays

Culinary workshops and tours in Athens

As for me one of the most exciting things to do in Athens is discovering their culinary traditions. It was influenced by so many nations, and, perhaps, the reason Greek cuisine is so popular in the world, is that they by took all the best from various cuisines, and blended it very well!

The best food tours in Athens, in my opinion and based on long-long research, are offered by Culinary Backstreets. They do it very professionally on all stages – from guides themselves, to organizers and actually the foodie places choice. Their tours are longer, more pricy, but seems to be worth it!

All tours cost 109 EUR/adult, all of the menus can be customized for people with gluten free, vegetarian, pescetarian diets. The price includes all you can consume during the walk – generally you’ll make 9-12 stops, so adjust the portions with this in mind. Besides that, minimal quantity of alcohol will also be served.

The tours are open to public and if you want to arrange a private walk, you have to contact them directly here.

Keep in mind that the main goal of the tours is the concept of food sharing, support of local producers and street food, that’s what I appreciate in it – they take you to local places, supporting small business owners in Athens 🙂

Greek Afternoon Tea & Baklava Class – 3,5 hours, 55 EUR/person, tour open to public, runs daily at 5 pm. Sample Greek herbal teas and find out which one fits your health the best. Learn how to make baklava with a local host at a traditional Greek home. Book here

Home-Cooked Meals – choose the host yourself and enjoy a full course lunch or dinner in their company. 3-4 hours tour, open for public, 45 EUR/person. Book here

Greek Cooking Classes – choose a cook and menu to prepare, book the tour and put on your apron! 65 EUR/person, 4-5 hours, open to public

Culinary Delights & Cultural Explorations of Greece – 10 to 15 days of traveling through Greece and exploring the culinary mastership of professional chefs, elders in villages, meeting historians and travel experts. Book here

From Eating Athens:

The group supports the idea of consuming local food, maintaining small local providers on the market and making them the keystone in Greek economy.

Holidays with children

With children in Athens. Things to do in Athens for Families

The Olympic Games Workout – 2 hours, 45 EUR/person, tour open to public. Learn about the Ancient Olympics, and then join a training in a historic 19th century Gymnasium, after which you’ll run and compete in the Panathenaic Stadium. Book here

The Myths Of Goddess Athena – 2 hours, 35 EUR/person, tour open to public. Includes many educational mythological stories to entertain and teach your children. Parents can be either engaged in the process, or do their own things nearby. Book here

The Enchanted Forest – 2 hours, 35 EUR, open to public. This tour is focused on myths, legends and facts about the world of animals and plants, your children will learn many things during the nature-themed games, and even put together their own herbarium. Parents join for free. Book here

Greek Mythology Comics Workshop – a tour for the whole family, where everyone will get enchanted by observing a comic-book artist designing a mythology comic, and then creating your own comic book! A private tour, book here

Neoclassical Athens – discovering Athens of the 19th century while visiting National Garden, Panepistimiou Street, Athenian Trilogy, Numismatic Museum of Athens, Museum of the City of Athens. 4 hours, from 45 EUR. Book here

Mini, Classic or Complete Pass – the last two include 72 h of free public transport usage. Lot’s of discounts to stores, restaurants, hotels, free entries to best museums & sites, fast track admission. From 29 to 112,9 EUR. Buy here from Turbopass

Winery holidays

As for me it’s quite a unique thing to do in Athens, or any other major city. You feel like you are far from nature and agriculture yards? Not at all! Some half an hour ride and you can visit some unknown local wineries. I suggest to do that, rather than booking a winery tour with a travel agency.

Wineries in Athens area – you can visit them for a wine tasting, winery tour and just for purchasing high quality local wine.

Private wine tours to Nemea wineries – various tours & tastings, from half day to 2-day. Book here

Sporty holidays

Active and unique experiences. Outdoor activities in Athens, Greece

The Olympic Games Workout – 2 hours, 45 EUR/person, tour open to public. Learn about the Ancient Olympics, and then join a training in a historic 19th century Gymnasium, after which you’ll run and compete in the Panathenaic Stadium. Book here

Private Running Tour of Athens – the run will take place either in Athens centrum or Panathenaic Stadium, 1,5 hours, from 35 EUR. Book here

Luxurious holidays in Athens

Luxurious holidays in Athens

A full day of luxury for you and your loved one – fully customized itinerary, which can include a body care session in a luxurious spa, dining in a high end restaurant, best bars and rooftop gardens, shopping tours etc. Ask for customization from Be a Greek

The Herritage Dinner – exclusive dining in Athens. Guided walk and dinner in a private mansion in Plaka neighbourhood. From 215/person. Book here

Neoclassical Athens – discovering Athens of the 19th century while visiting National Garden, Panepistimiou Street, Athenian Trilogy, Numismatic Museum of Athens, Museum of the City of Athens. 4 hours, from 45 EUR. Book here

Dora Stratou Dance Theatre Athens – professional Greek folk dance theatre, educating students of all age all year round. They organize private classes in English by appointment, intensive workshops, have scheduled lectures and festivals. Contact them here

Private photo shooting Athens – From the Bottom to the Top – private photo tour in Athens, starting from the low geographical centre of the city and completing at the highest spot. After the tour you’ll get 25 high resolution edited images delivered within 48 hours. Book here

Educational holidays

Observatory and planetarium in Athens

National Observatory of Athens – Visitor center in Penteli – organizes regular tours starting at 8 pm and ending at midnight, with an entrance fee of 5 EUR. Private tours on request, daily tours for students in the mornings. More info here

National Observatory of Athens – Thissio Visitor Center – organizes daily tours (from 9 am to 2 pm – 5 or 2 EUR), special evening tours can be organized on request, special events are regularly organized by the observatory, they are open to public, check out more info here

Planetarium of Athens is the best place to learn about physics and sciences in a relaxed environment. Join movie screenings, visit the scientific library and buy a souvenir in the science shop shop, the toys use fundamental physics laws to create illusions that will shock you. Schedule of shows is here

Mycenae and Nafplio Tour – Out of the Ordinary – a private full day tour to the ancient Mycenae, the old city of Nafplio, visits to potter, weaver, sandal maker and pasta shop, tastings of traditional drinks at local distillery, transfers – from 760 to 1296 EUR – book here

Sounio & Temple of Poseidon Tour – 5 hours private tour, can be customized as a full day tour, activities like wine-tastings or swimming in Vouliagmeni lake can be added. Book here

Delphi Tour from Athens – Out of the Ordinary – a full day private tour, you will explore Delphi, take mountain walks, visit rural villages, a traditional bell-maker workshop and see a tanner at work. Price depends on your group size – 800 EUR/2 people, 1656 EUR/12 people. Book here

Meteora Full-Day Trip from Athens by Train – includes round trip train ticket, pick up and drop off at Kalambaka train station, English speaking driver. Doesn’t include the monastery admission. From 105 EUR. Book here

Mont Parnes Casino Cable Car – it’s free of charge, and you are not obliged to stay in their casino. Just walk through it and exit to the National Forest of Athens. I’m telling more about how to get to the Regency Casino cable car here

Sightseeing tours in Athens

From Alternative Athens

The Neighborhoods Of Athens Tour – 4 hours, 45 EUR/person, tour open to public, runs daily. Visit 6 drastically different neighbourhoods of Athens, learn about the Greek capital’s history, make a coffee break in a secret courtyard – book here

The Mythology Highlights Tour – 4 hours, 55 EUR/person, tour open to public, runs daily. Spectacular views, a mini course in Greek mythology, and all the best Athens’ sights in one tour – book here

Best Of Ancient And Modern Athens – 7-8 hours, private tour, from 416 to 948 EUR/group. The tour introduces you the most famous archeological sites of the city, and then pumpers you during food tastings & coffee breaks. Book here

The City Streets And Great Eats Tour – 5-6 hours, private tour, from 326 to 636 EUR/group. The tour combines The Neighborhoods of Athens tour and a foodie city walk with tastings. Book here

Regalinas – a made in Greece cloths shop for the most authentic souvenirs & presents from Athens. Check out here

From Greeking.me

Mythology Tour of Athens & Acropolis – public or private tour, 4 hours, you will visit all the most important landmarks of Athens and the experience will be enriched with Virtual Reality technology and legends. Book here

Athens City Passes

Athens City Passes:

Mini, Classic or Complete Pass – the last two include 72 h of free public transport usage. Lot’s of discounts to stores, restaurants, hotels, free entries to best museums & sites, fast track admission. From 29 to 112,9 EUR. Buy here from Turbopass

Adventurous holidays – hiking and trekking in Athens

Outdoor activities in Athens Greece

Hiking Day Trip Through the Historic Thermopylae – full day, walk through the path of Ephialtes. 160 EUR/trip. Book here

Nature lovers - city escapes from Athens

Athenian Hills & hidden Anafiotika tour – 4 hours private tour, exploring the scenic walks and the Anafiotika area with an island located in the heart of Athens. Book here

Mount Parnitha Nature Tour – you’ll reach the mountain and return to the city by cable car. On the top you’ll explore the abandoned ‘haunted’ sanatorium, Souls’ park, Mpafi refuge. Tour in English or Russian, 15 EUR, book here